Cost of Kirkby man’s care rises after Nottinghamshire County Council cuts support

A Kirkby man with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s has been left to pay for part of his own care after Nottinghamshire County Council made cuts to their adult social care services Although Daryl Lees, aged 53, only received his letter on November 5, his social care funding was reduced on November 12, giving him just seven days to arrange and pay for his own care. “The direct payment Nottinghamshire County Council paid to make it up has now stopped. “They gave me just one week notice, with myself having dementia, to try and sort something out.” However, Nottinghamshire County Council dispute this, and say that they have not stopped the payments, but Mr Lees will now have to pay more towards his care. Councillor Stuart Wallace, Chairman of Nottinghamshire County Council’s Adult Social Care and Public Health Committee, said:“The Council is always looking to provide good quality services more efficiently which will help address its £54m budget gap. “We have consulted services users and have kept them informed of potential changes since July. “We will support people affected by the changes to ensure their needs continue to be met and they are receiving all of their entitled benefits and allowances. Ashfield MP Gloria De Piero said: “Mr Lees contacted my office last week and I was so sorry to hear of the dreadful situation he has been left in. “I have contacted the county council on his behalf and am awaiting a reply. “More and more of my constituents are complaining… [Read full story]